Official Fantasyland Expansion Q & A (Mickey gets evicted) PART II

[ses1230]

Disney Parks Blog:

All in the Details: Step Inside the World of Belle Through Her Magic Mirror at Magic Kingdom Park, Aug 21, 2012

That looks great, I can't wait to see it.
I wonder what the lines will be like - seems like this might be something you need to head to right at RD.

 

[pilferk]

OK...that mirror transformation effect is SOOOOOO.....ahem freaking.....COOL!

 

[pilferk]

That looks great, I can't wait to see it.
I wonder what the lines will be like - seems like this might be something you need to head to right at RD.

I agree. Belle at rope drop, followed by Mermaid, followed by the new Dumbo. Then copious amounts of detail studying.

 

[mom2rtk]

Now that the BOG mess is behind us, I can start to get excited about details like this! I think I was really holding back my excitement until I found out if we'd get ADRs at BOG. I'm SO glad we can move forward now!

Has anyone heard if Belle's Storytime will have fastpass? Or if it's for sure like the old storytime and she greets guests at the end?

 

[DisneyDad79]

Now that the BOG mess is behind us, I can start to get excited about details like this! I think I was really holding back my excitement until I found out if we'd get ADRs at BOG. I'm SO glad we can move forward now!

Has anyone heard if Belle's Storytime will have fastpass? Or if it's for sure like the old storytime and she greets guests at the end?

In the comments section of one of the Disney Parks Blogs it was stated that this would have fastpass. According to Kenny the Pirate Belle will be available for pictures, but no autographs as to get everyone through quickly.

 

[mom2rtk]

In the comments section of one of the Disney Parks Blogs it was stated that this would have fastpass. According to Kenny the Pirate Belle will be available for pictures, but no autographs as to get everyone through quickly.

Sounds perfect. Thanks!

 

[CentralFloridian99]

I can't wait for part 2 of the video! I loved the detail that they put in.

 

[prfctlyximprfct]

This is so exciting!!!! I can't wait!! So is this technically the queue to get to Story Time with Belle??

 

[Disco]

Isn't that mirror effect the same thing they used at (I think) a D 23 a couple years ago?
Looks nice but I don't know, the cottage looks kind of plain/normal until you get to the workshop. I wasn't feeling the excitement that the first imagineer was, that is for sure. "Look at all this ecliptic and crazy stuff!" (and he points to a wagon wheel and a fence with rope around the posts).
What made Mickey's and Minnie’s so fun was the surreal aspects and not a wooden chair.

 

[Honeystar120608]

Isn't that mirror effect the same thing they used at (I think) a D 23 a couple years ago?
Looks nice but I don't know, the cottage looks kind of plain/normal until you get to the workshop. I wasn't feeling the excitement that the first imagineer was, that is for sure. "Look at all this ecliptic and crazy stuff!" (and he points to a wagon wheel and a fence with rope around the posts).
What made Mickey's and Minnie’s so fun was the surreal aspects and not a wooden chair.

I did get the impression they weren't done furnishing and accenting the cottage. I am positive it won't be that plain. Look at Mickey and MInnie's old Toon Town houses. They were packed full of eye catching fun things. I'm sure this will be the same.

So the mirror, I am a bit confused, it looked like you are to go through it am I right? That's a bit trippy. In a good way!

Who here things Dec 6th is going to be mayhem there? We are going Nov 29-Dec 7th. HOping we will get to play before the official opening. Will they be doing an official ceremony in the morning of Dec 6th? I just want to go in and enjoy. Too much to ask right?

 

[Senator Tressel]

I would avoid the area on December 6. It might actually be closed for parts of that day for the media event or have limited access. It's impossible to even guess whether the general public will have access to the ceremony (meaning you will be able to get in position to see it). I think for Harry Potter, it was not possible for the general public to view.

 

[hollygolitely93]

So confused but also excited! I have no idea how to tour the park now with the newness

 

[kabbie]

The Disney Imagineer mentioned on the video that the meet and greet will be with Belle, Lumiere and other members of the cast. I wonder who else. Also I'm so excited about Lumiere...he is one of my faves from the movie. I'll be there Jan 24-28, 2013. Also I read on wdwinfo about new meet n greet area at Storybook Circus with Fab Five in circus costumes. Does anyone know when they are scheduled to start? I love getting pics with the classic characters in new outfits.

 

[pilferk]

The Disney Imagineer mentioned on the video that the meet and greet will be with Belle, Lumiere and other members of the cast. I wonder who else. Also I'm so excited about Lumiere...he is one of my faves from the movie. I'll be there Jan 24-28, 2013. Also I read on wdwinfo about new meet n greet area at Storybook Circus with Fab Five in circus costumes. Does anyone know when they are scheduled to start? I love getting pics with the classic characters in new outfits.

Pete's Silly Sideshow.

I THINK they announced it will be open for the grand opening (Dec 6th) but not, necessarily, for the "preview" (Nov 19th - Dec 5th).

I would expect SOME "soft opening/preview", at some point, but it doesn't sound like it will be open for the whole FLE preview period.

Given your dates...you should be fine, though.

 

[TJDisneymama]

has there ever been any speculation about discontinuing Belle at Akershus now that's she'll have her own place at MK? And maybe having BOG do her character meal there?

 

[mom2rtk]

has there ever been any speculation about discontinuing Belle at Akershus now that's she'll have her own place at MK? And maybe having BOG do her character meal there?

Belle was at Akershus even back when she had her storytime at the MK, so I'd be surprised. And everything I have read suggests they have no intention of making BOG a character meal. Even considering how cool I think that would be!

 

[hollygolitely93]

Is Belle at CRT? Wonder if that will continue? Would think possibly as a chance to get her autograph since not signing at her house.

 

[mom2rtk]

Is Belle at CRT? Wonder if that will continue? Would think possibly as a chance to get her autograph since not signing at her house.

She is. But I wouldn't be surprised to see that change since her village and Storytime are so close by. You can get her autograph at Town Square Theater. And she's in her yellow gown there.

 

[hollygolitely93]

She is. But I wouldn't be surprised to see that change since her village and Storytime are so close by. You can get her autograph at Town Square Theater. And she's in her yellow gown there.

That's right! Then I'm with you she'll most likely be dropped...maybe Rapunzel would be added...hope, hope, hope or Merida...someone my toddler actually knows

 

[ses1230]

has there ever been any speculation about discontinuing Belle at Akershus now that's she'll have her own place at MK? And maybe having BOG do her character meal there?

Belle was at Akershus even back when she had her storytime at the MK, so I'd be surprised. And everything I have read suggests they have no intention of making BOG a character meal. Even considering how cool I think that would be!

And Cinderlla is usually at Akershus even though she is at CRT, too.

Is Belle at CRT? Wonder if that will continue? Would think possibly as a chance to get her autograph since not signing at her house.

Belle is at CRT, in her blue dress. I wonder if she will leave CRT, too. Maybe that will make room for Rapunzel or Tiana? That would be great!